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The Mysterious Island

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Set during the American Civil War, the story follows five Northern POWs who escape by commandeering a hydrogen balloon. Their journey leads them to a remote volcanic island, which they name Lincoln Island in honor of Abraham Lincoln. With the ingenuity of engineer Cyrus Smith and the skills of his companions, they establish a self-sufficient life, creating essential tools and a home in a cliffside cave. This adventure combines themes of survival, innovation, and camaraderie as they navigate the challenges of their new environment.

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Language
English
Publisher
Simon & Brown
Released
2018
Pages
772
ISBN13
9781731703842
First published
1874
Original title
L'ile mystérieuse
Rating
4.15 out of 5
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Set during the American Civil War, the story follows five Northern POWs who escape by commandeering a hydrogen balloon. Their journey leads them to a remote volcanic island, which they name Lincoln Island in honor of Abraham Lincoln. With the ingenuity of engineer Cyrus Smith and the skills of his companions, they establish a self-sufficient life, creating essential tools and a home in a cliffside cave. This adventure combines themes of survival, innovation, and camaraderie as they navigate the challenges of their new environment.